Video of Deep Head-Hanging to Treat BPPV (Superior Canal)

This is the fifth in a series of videos our practice is producing on inner ear dizziness.  This video  demonstrates how the  Deep Head-Hanging maneuver  is performed to treat superior (or anterior) canal  BPPV . Also demonstrated is what happens within the inner ear when the maneuver is performed correctly. The first video was on  how the inner ear balance system works  which can be watched  here . The second video was on the  Dix-Hallpike maneuver  to diagnose BPPV and which canal type. …

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Video of Lempert (BBQ Roll) to Treat BPPV (Horizontal Canal)

This is the fourth in a series of videos our practice is producing on inner ear dizziness.  This video  demonstrates how the  Lempert maneuver  is performed to treat horizontal (or lateral) canal  BPPV . The Lempert maneuver is also known as the barbecue roll. Also demonstrated is what happens within the inner ear when the maneuver is performed correctly. The first video was on  how the inner ear balance system works  which can be watched  here . The second video was on the Dix-Hallpike man…

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Video of Epley to Treat BPPV (Posterior Canal)

This is the third in a series of videos our practice is producing on inner ear dizziness.  This video  demonstrates how the  Epley maneuver  is performed to treat posterior canal  BPPV . Also demonstrated is what happens within the inner ear when the maneuver is performed correctly. The first video was on  how the inner ear balance system works  which can be watched  here . Of course, you can use this DizzyFix device to ensure you are performing the maneuver correctly. Soon to come are t…

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Chin Strap May Help with Snoring

There is a relatively simple (and cheap) device that  may help some people who snore called a chin strap . This lowly, humble, and low-tech device may benefit patients who typically snore when: 1) Lays on back, but not on side 2) Mouth-breathes when sleeping (but suffers no nasal obstruction ) 3) Does not suffer from severe obstructive sleep apnea 4) Appears to be "slack-jawed" when sleeping (chin pushed back relative to upper jaw creating a pseudo-overjet dental appearance…

2/12/2014 1

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ENT Position Available With Our Practice

Our practice is looking for a board-eligible or board-certified otolaryngology-head & neck surgeon sometime in 2014 time frame with guaranteed income that first year followed by partnership. We are located in Northern Virginia about 45 minutes directly west of downtown Washington DC and is run by Dr. Chang in solo practice. The practice itself is located on hospital grounds situated in the lovely tree-lined rural city of Warrenton, VA where one can even see the Appalachian mountains…

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